From bold Chardonnays to fragrant Sauvignon Blancs, the world of White Wine is certainly a diverse one. These are wines commonly produced from green grapes, which are pressed to release a clear juice that can then ferment into a bright white wine. Some are pale and light, others deep and golden, but all are delicious and enjoy popularity across the world. There are even specific regions that are especially famous for their white wines, such as Chablis in Burgundy and the Mosel in Germany. With hundreds of white grape varieties grown today, there is certainly something for everyone when it comes to White Wine.
A few suggestions, new stock and staff favourites...
Reyneke make wonderful organic wines in Stellenbosch. Their Chenin is made using wild ferments and a hands off approach, allowing the grape to shine in its natural beauty.
Alto Adige is one of Italy's smallest wine-growing areas. Located between the Alpine north and the Mediterranean south, it is the home of authentic wines with a distinct personality and on high quality white wine production. Cantina Terlano's Pinot Grigio is finely balanced with inviting aromas and flavours and a complete palate.
Grown in the lush north-west of Portugal and influenced by the Atlantic, this bright, aromatic Vinho Verde is fresh and lively. Producer Marcio Lopes practices sustainable farming and takes a low intervention stance to his winemaking.
Chablis Schaller are part of the new wave generation of young winemakers making a name for themselves in Chablis. Their family have been growers for generations, selling grapes to the big co-operatives. Now, the grand children want to carve their own name in this corner of Burgundy.
Quinta da Aveleda wine is iconic to the Vinho Verde region, created 150 years ago by Manoel Pedro Guedes. He brought over viticulture techniques from Bordeaux, advancing and changing the wine region forever. This same dream of innovation remains after 5 generations.
This excellent-value white comes from the Abruzzo region of central Italy. The gentle Adriatic breezes play their part in creating a favourably mild climate that yields well-balanced whites.
Bright, crisp and refreshing, Orbiel is a delicious, straightforward southern French white for everyday drinking. But don't be fooled by its inexpensive price; Orbiel is a brilliantly-made wine, listed by multiple Michelin-star restaurants.
37.5cl half-bottle
This Soave Classico is everything you would expect from this great producer. Subtle fruit, a pleasant nutty character and a long dry finish. Superb.
Fresh, light and aromatic, Orbiel is a delicious, straightforward southern French white for everyday drinking.
This medium-bodied Riesling has a lovely balance with a refreshing acidity, ample stone fruit and red apple characteristics with a subtle mineral finish. A delicious weekday wine that can be enjoyed at any occasion.
Bodegas Marqués de Reinosa have always maintained a pioneering spirit and were one of the first estates in Rioja to export their wines.
A much underrated grape variety, this Chenin Blanc is grown from old, natural bush vines in the Stellenbosch. Dry, crisp and fresh, it is an interesting alternative to Sauvignon Blanc.
A delicious Chardonnay, made even more enticing by the addition of some Viognier, this is another winner from the ever-popular Le Grand Noir.
A wonderfully refreshing white wine packed full of tropical fruit, from the Querceto Estate. The producers releases a range of fantastic wines from 35 hectares of vineyard atop the rugged hills of Chianti.
Brut Océan is a bone dry, hand-harvested Jurançon Sec cuvée of 100% Gros Manseng, a main local varietal from the Jurançon appellation near the town of Pau in the extreme south-west of France. A superb alternative to Picpoul.
Les Deux Moulins are a wonderful project based in the Loire Valley. They source fruit from vineyards between Anjou and Tours, with the focus on producing delicious Sauvignon Blanc in a lean, Sancerre-inspired style.
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